Forbes has just dropped its 2025 World’s Billionaires List, and it’s not just tech moguls and oil tycoons making headlines — some of the biggest names in entertainment have officially joined the billionaires club. But there’s a twist: Forbes only counted stars who earned their riches after becoming famous, not those born into wealth or known primarily for it.
Here’s a breakdown of the top-earning celebrities who’ve hit billionaire status — and how they did it:
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Oprah Winfrey – $3 Billion
Queen of media Oprah tops the celebrity list, thanks to her long-running talk show, OWN Network, acting roles, and major brand partnerships. She’s built a true media empire, and Forbes confirms she’s sitting comfortably on a $3 billion fortune.
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Jay-Z – $2.5 Billion
From Roc-A-Fella Records to business mogul, Jay-Z made smart moves in music, liquor (Ace of Spades, D’Ussé), streaming (Tidal), and real estate. His net worth now stands at $2.5 billion, making him hip-hop’s richest artist.
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Kim Kardashian – $1.7 Billion
From reality TV star to billion-dollar boss, Kim K has transformed herself into a powerful brand. Her shapewear empire SKIMS alone is valued at $4 billion, and she’s also making bank with SKKN by Kimand other ventures.
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Taylor Swift – $1.6 Billion
The Eras Tour was a cultural earthquake — grossing over $2 billion worldwide. Add to that her record-breaking album re-recordings, streaming numbers, and music rights, and you’ve got $1.6 billion in net worth. Miss Americana is now Miss Billionaire.
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Tyler Perry – $1.4 Billion
From the Madea franchise to owning a full-blown studio in Atlanta, Perry’s control over his content paid off. Deals with Netflix, ViacomCBS, and stake in BET+ helped push him into the billion-dollar bracket.
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Rihanna – $1.4 Billion
She hasn’t dropped an album in nearly a decade, but her Fenty Beauty line and Savage X Fentylingerie brand did the heavy lifting. Rihanna is still a trendsetter — and now, a billionaire beauty mogul.
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Bruce Springsteen – $1.2 Billion
The Boss sold his music catalog for $500 million to Sony, but insists he’s not quite living the billionaire life. Forbes, however, says otherwise, listing his net worth at $1.2 billion.
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Jerry Seinfeld – $1.1 Billion
Residuals from Seinfeld plus massive Netflix deals — including his show Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee — put him at $1.1 billion. The king of sitcoms still cashes in.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger – $1.1 Billion
From bodybuilding to The Terminator, then Governor, Arnold has played every card right. His real estate and venture capital moves built him a billion-dollar legacy.
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Final Word:
These celebs aren’t just icons — they’re empires. From music and movies to shapewear and streaming rights, they’ve
turned fame into fortune. And the way things are going, don’t be surprised if more join this elite club soon.
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